Media & Communications Michigan (MI) Rank #35 of 50

Videographer Salary in Michigan

The median videographer salary in Michigan is $55,800 per year, which is 10% below the national median of $62,000.

Median Salary

$55,800

vs National

$-6,200

State Rank

#35 of 50

Cost of Living

90%

Videographer Salary in Michigan by Experience

In Michigan, an entry-level videographer earns around $34,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $94,500 per year. The cost of living index in Michigan is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$34,200

$-3,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$57,600

$-6,400 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$94,500

$-10,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Michigan

Percentile	MI Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$31,500	$35,000	$-3,500
25th Percentile	$41,400	$46,000	$-4,600
Median (50th)	$55,800	$62,000	$-6,200
75th Percentile	$76,500	$85,000	$-8,500
90th Percentile	$100,800	$112,000	$-11,200

Videographer Salary by City in Michigan

The largest employment areas for videographers in Michigan include Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, and Warren. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Detroit, MI

$54,560

Pop. 639,111 · COL 88%

Grand Rapids, MI

$55,800

Pop. 198,917 · COL 90%

Ann Arbor, MI

$65,100

Pop. 123,851 · COL 105%

Warren, MI

$54,560

Pop. 139,387 · COL 88%

Lansing, MI

$53,320

Pop. 112,644 · COL 86%

How to Become a Videographer in Michigan

Education

Most videographer positions require a bachelor's degree. Michigan has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Video ProductionPremiere ProAfter EffectsLightingAudio RecordingStorytelling

Job Outlook in Michigan

Nationally, videographer employment is projected to grow 12% over the next decade (much faster than average). Michigan's demand may vary based on local industry trends.